Hi. I'm Kirsty. After 25 years in education, lastly as headteacher for seven years, I'm now a coach helping time-poor heads stop firefighting so they can lead strategically.

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First year head. Impossible diary. Still finding that an hour with a coach shifts things nothing else does.
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Most leadership coaches have never been a headteacher. I have.
I help time-poor heads stop firefighting so they can lead strategically.
Been there: Ofsted, budget stress, isolation, impossible demands.
How you respond can change.
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84% of school leaders report chronic stress. Headteacher attrition now matches early career teachers. I support you to move from firefighting to strategic leadership while maintaining wellbeing. Your role won't change, but your experience will.


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#QuietLeadership Weekly - Issue 5 Friday 27th March 2026

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You didn't become a headteacher to spend your days firefighting. But here you are. I work with time-poor headteachers to stop the firefighting so they can get on with the strategic. If your vision is gathering dust, let's talk.

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Moving Staff Between Year Groups: Should You? | Headteacher Discussion Forum Join the headteacher community discussion on moving staff between year groups. Get expert insights on when teacher transitions benefit schools vs when stability matters more. Real leadership advice from education professionals.

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I help time-poor headteachers stop the firefighting so they can get on with the strategic. Why? I was there. Coaching helped me stay strategic & effective. Practical support from a former HT who knows what it's like.
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#QuietLeadership Weekly - Issue 4 Friday 20th March 2026

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